art pieces

Ana Maria Enciso from Peru crafts this petite, but splendid wall art depicting the Tumi, a knife used in Inca ceremonies to praise their gods. The wall decor is made with copper and bronze, and has a distinctive colour obtained from a galvanized treatment. Its delicate and intricate details make this a unique piece that will be a focal point in any space.

The ancestral Inca Empire comes to life again in an exquisite creation from the Andes region. Peruvian artisan Ronald Franco pays homage to the splendor of the ancient empire with this classic wall art portraying a ceremony mask used in those times of grandeur. The piece is crafted from copper and bronze, crowned with ground chrysocolla, sodalite and onyx materials that add a luxurious touch to the artwork, all set on a sturdy mohena wood frame.

Peruvian Artisan Ana Maria Enciso brings us these elegant and stunning decorative boxes made from copper and bronze. This set has traditional motifs representing Andean deities. Wiracocha, the Condor God and the Tumi are symbols of the glory of the Andes and of great importance to the Peruvian culture. Each piece is hand-embossed, making this set of 4 decorative boxes a work of art that will surely be the centrepiece of your decor.

The ancient Inca Empire was not only great in terms of administration but also in terms of art. Often called Quilca, a term used to design pictograms and petroglyphs that illustrated the Andean worldview, those artistic expressions adorn today Rolando and Luis's newest creation. Crafted in Peru, this gorgeous ceramic decorative vase goes through a long process that ensures a high-quality piece. The final touch is in the hand-painted details made by the artisans, who use elegant shades of black, red, yellow and green to capture the Empire's magnificence in each geometric icon.

Tradition and talent come together in an exquisite piece of art directly from the ancient land of the Incas. Peruvian artisan Cerapio Vallejo shows the world his advanced handweaving techniques with a sublime wool and cotton tapestry inspired by the splendor of the pre-Columbian civilizations, all in a fascinating warm palette that enhances the intricate geometric formations. As a final touch, elegant fringes dangle from the artwork, making it the perfect complement to your home decor.

Masterfully woven by hand, intricate diamonds motifs flow in bands across an expanse of blue. Artisans from the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco revive ancient techniques and designs for this handloomed cushion cover. Working on a backstrap loom, they utilize patterns that derive from Inca art and seek to keep the old textile traditions alive.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each cushion cover a unique piece of handcrafted art. The reverse side is solid espresso brown.

Crafted by hand, this delightful morral combines rich textures with red, white and rich earthen browns. Artisan members of Peru's Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco first knot the yarn before it is woven on a backstrap loom. The motifs derive from Inca art in an effort to keep the traditional patterns and techniques alive as well as their Andean identity. This texture is known as urpi, which means "dove" in the Quechua language.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each textile a unique piece of handcrafted art

Patiently handwoven on the backstrap loom, ancient motifs recall the splendor of the Inca empire, when such textiles were more highly prized than gold. Artisans of the Center for Traditional Textiles of Cusco craft a handbag of timeless beauty, combining blue and with two shades of red on a dark blue background. They name their design for Chinchero, where time seems to have stood still for centuries and the Quechua language is spoken and seek to keep the old textile traditions alive.

The community raises and cares for its own alpacas. The fleece is washed, carded and spun by hand using a pushka, or drop spindle. The dyes come from plants, nuts and tree bark. The next step is one of the most important, as the artisan prepares the warp, or vertical threads for the backstrap loom. This determines the size of the textile, the color combinations, and the patterns that will be woven.

The intensity of color can vary depending on the hardness of the water, the altitude and the local dye sources, making each textile a unique piece of handcrafted art. The bag is fully lined and opens to reveal a convenient zipper pocket.

An Inca-inspired wool textile crowns a sublime creation from the enchanting Peruvian lands. Designers Ana Maria and Ernesto preset this artisan-crafted cotton sling whose chocolate base hue allows for a dapper style. The piece, equipped with an adjustable strap and two zipper compartments, features a convenient magnetic snap closure that secures a generous space and a handy interior pocket.

The Saga of the Ayar Brothers, telling the origins of Cusco, gives life to an exquisite series of decorative vases that pay homage to the ancient Empire of the Incas. Titled Ayar Auca in honour of the divine brother who transformed into a condor, Peruvian artisans Rolando and Luis' creation comes in a traditional kero shape, an ancient vase used in sacred ceremonies. The piece is embellished with a warm palette and geometric motifs, capturing the Andean elegance in every detail.